Trump Misspeaks, Calls Toy Company Mattel a ‘Country’ While Threatening Tariffs
US President Donald Trump is known for his unfiltered and often controversial statements, but his latest gaffe may take the cake. During a recent meeting, Trump accidentally referred to toy company Mattel as a “country” while threatening tariffs on their products.
The incident occurred during a meeting with CEOs of major American companies, including Mattel CEO Ynon Kreiz. Trump was discussing the ongoing trade war with China and the potential impact on American businesses. At one point, he turned to Kreiz and said, “Mattel is the only country I’ve heard, they said, ‘We’re going to counter (tariffs).'”
However, Trump quickly corrected himself, adding, “We’ll put a 100% tariff on his toys.” It’s clear that Trump meant to refer to Mattel as a company, not a country, but the mistake has sparked widespread amusement and consternation on social media.
The video of the exchange has gone viral, with many taking to Twitter to share their reactions. “Trump just called Mattel a country… I think this is a new one even for him,” tweeted one user. Another user joked, “I guess that’s what happens when you’re a country that’s not very good at geography.”
The mistake has also been met with criticism from some quarters, who argue that it’s just the latest example of Trump’s lack of preparedness and attention to detail. “This is not the first time Trump has made a gaffe, and it won’t be the last,” said one political analyst. “But it’s still shocking that he can’t even get something as simple as a company’s name right.”
Trump’s comments come at a time when the US is engaged in a heated trade war with China, and the country is facing rising tariffs and economic uncertainty. The toy industry has been particularly hard hit, with many companies struggling to adapt to the new tariffs and restrictions.
Despite the controversy surrounding Trump’s comments, Mattel has thus far declined to comment on the matter. The company has been focused on navigating the challenges of the trade war and finding ways to mitigate the impact on its business.
In the meantime, Trump’s gaffe has provided a much-needed distraction from the serious issues facing the country. While some have criticized the president for his lack of seriousness and attention to detail, others have simply laughed off the mistake and moved on.
As the trade war continues to unfold, it’s clear that Trump’s comments will continue to make headlines. But for now, it’s hard not to chuckle at the image of the president accidentally calling a toy company a country.
